Tête du Géant, Mountain summit at the France-Switzerland border, between Valais and Haute-Savoie.
The Tête du Géant rises to 2,232 meters, featuring sedimentary rock formations and distinct geological layers that form part of the Brèche nappe structure.
The mountain paths around Tête du Géant were established by local shepherds who used the slopes for seasonal grazing throughout the nineteenth century.
The mountain holds significance in both French and Swiss Alpine traditions, marking a natural boundary where two distinct mountain communities meet and share resources.
Visitors can access the summit through established routes from either Monthey in Switzerland or Châtel in France, with the north couloir providing winter sports opportunities.
The mountain contains exposed sedimentary rock layers that document millions of years of geological history within the Chablais Geopark's protected environment.
Location: Monthey
Location: Châtel
Elevation above the sea: 2,232 m
Made from material: sedimentary rock
Part of: Brèche nappe, France–Switzerland border, Chablais Geopark
GPS coordinates: 46.22035,6.81697
Latest update: June 23, 2025 11:50
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